Chris Gorell Barnes, a leading voice in ocean conservation, shares his insights at Davos 2024 with our Innovation Editor Manveen on the critical yet often overlooked role of oceans in the climate conversation. As a Founding Partner of Ocean 14 Capital and Co-Founder of the Blue Marine Foundation, Chris emphasizes the need for greater focus on ocean health as a fundamental aspect of climate health. He points out the slow but growing momentum in discussions about the blue economy and ocean conservation at Davos. Chris highlights the challenges in raising awareness and funding for ocean protection and the potential of the blue economy, a multi-trillion-dollar sector that is significantly underfunded and underinvested. He remains cautiously optimistic about the role of AI and data in transforming ocean-related industries, from sustainable aquaculture to efficient shipping and fisheries management. Chris's perspective underscores the importance of not just blind optimism but informed and proactive efforts in leveraging technology for ocean health and climate action. #HubCulture #Davos2024 #WEF #WorldEconomicForum #Ocean14Capital #BlueMarineFoundation #ChrisGorellBarnes #OceanConservation #ClimateAction #BlueEconomy #SustainableAquaculture #AIInnovation #EnvironmentalSustainability #OceanHealth #ManveenRana